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The work of self-government is never easy, but it is always worth doing when it is done honestly, courageously, and for the benefit of all – not just the well-connected or...

Feb. 6, 2026

Rep. Kevin Waters, R-Stevenson, shares his personal experience as a correctional officer and performing strip searches, as he speaks against a bill that would significantly narrow who may conduct searches and...

Feb. 4, 2026

As we move into spring, we can see a light at the end of the tunnel of this 105-day legislative session. However, there is still much work to be done over...

March 20, 2025

A bill from Rep. Kevin Waters that would change the definitions under the alcohol server permit statutes is one step closer to becoming law. On Tuesday, the House Consumer Protection and...

Feb. 19, 2025

Rep. Kevin Waters, R-Stevenson, sits down with Mark Bailey of KIHR Radio to discuss a bill that would prioritize lumber and wood products from Washington state lumber mills for the purpose...

Feb. 5, 2025

Rep. Kevin Waters joins with his seatmates to share important information from the 2024 legislative session with their constituents in the 17th District, including updates on public safety, the statewide initiatives,...

April 24, 2024

The final gavel of the 2024 legislative session dropped on Thursday, March 7, bringing this 60-day sprint to a close. It was an honor and privilege to represent the 17th District...

March 19, 2024

A bill from Rep. Kevin Waters that will align the penalties for selling alcohol to a minor in Washington, is set to become law later this year after the governor signed...

March 13, 2024

The Washington State House of Representatives unanimously approved the state’s 2024-25 supplemental capital budget today. The biennial construction, repair, and infrastructure funding plan, Senate Bill 5949, appropriates a total of $1.33 billion...

March 6, 2024

Rep. Kevin Waters, R-Stevenson, speaks on the House floor to oppose legislation that would allow certain convicted felons to receive a modified sentence and get out of prison early. Waters shares...

Feb. 14, 2024